About this role
Job summary As a community Phlebotomist youll be expected to perform phlebotomy duties as directed by the GP and other Community Services, be able to give appropriate advice to patients undergoing blood tests and maintain clear, contemporaneous records. At all times youll care for the patients and their families in the way that you believe is best, delivering our high service standards, sharing best practice, and actively improving the way we work. You will be expected to have previous experience in phlebotomy and have completed a structured theoretical and practical assessment on venipuncture. You will need to have the ability to travel across a wide geographical area, therefore applicants must be a car driver/owner. Youll also have strong communication and organisation skills, and a flexible approach which will ensure you deliver positive experiences to patients at every stage of their healthcare journey. This role is for 24 hours a week working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the community. As this role is a community role you will require a driving license
Main duties of the job As a Community Phlebotomist, you will be required to perform phlebotomy duties, provide advice to patients, and keep accurate records. You must have prior experience, a driving license, and have completed a venipuncture assessment. Working 24 hours a week, you'll demonstrate strong communication skills and a flexible approach to patient care. Responsibilities include dealing with patients, reporting problems, maintaining records and confidentiality, adhering to clinical policies, and participating in supervision and study days. The role is community-based, requiring travel using a personal vehicle.
About us HCRG Care Group is a healthcare provider committed to transforming healthcare services and improving patient experiences. As part of their team, you will have access to numerous rewards, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development. HCRG Care Group values its employees, offering a supportive environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement. Through the Learning Enterprise, the organization is dedicated to providing bespoke career pathways and development opportunities. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, with significant innovation funding available to help bring these ideas to life.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a community Phlebotomist youll be expected to perform phlebotomy duties as directed by the GP and other Community Services, be able to give appropriate advice to patients undergoing blood tests and maintain clear, contemporaneous records. At all times youll care for the patients and their families in the way that you believe is best, delivering our high service standards, sharing best practice, and actively improving the way we work.
You will be expected to have previous experience in phlebotomy and have completed a structured theoretical and practical assessment on venipuncture. You will need to have the ability to travel across a wide geographical area, therefore applicants must be a car driver/owner. Youll also have strong communication and organisation skills, and a flexible approach which will ensureyou deliver positive experiences to patientsat every stage of theirhealthcare journey.
This role is for 24 hours a week working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the community.
As this role is a community role you will require a driving license and access to a car for work purposes.
Main Responsibilities: To deal with patients, who are having blood samples taken in a professional and courteous manner. To report any problems to the Team Leaderor GP for advice or remedial action. To maintain confidentiality at all times. To maintain accuracy of patient identification on blood bottles. Ensure that contemporaneous records are maintained. Ensure that patients confidentiality is maintained and that Caldicott principles are adhered to. Maintain standards of care in line with clinical policies and procedures. To take responsibility for personal protection and safe working environment. Act in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act Ensure that incidents are reported in a timely manner To adhere to HCRG care group policies and procedures. Participate in clinical supervision Attend Mandatory study daysIdeal Candidate: You will have good experience of working in healthcare as a Phlebotomist.
You will also need to be confident using IT systems and be able to demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel.
As this role is a community role you will require a driving license and access to a car for work purposes.
Package Description: As a Community Phlebotomist, youll be part of our valued team based at Gravesham Community Hospital. You will feel valued as a Phlebotomist within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
A salary of £25,258 with access to our group pension Free tea, coffeeand milk at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Previous experience in phlebotomy, completion of a theoretical and practical assessment on venipuncture, and the ability to travel across a wide geographical area with access to a car for work purposes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name HCRG Care Group
Address HCRG Care Group
Gravesend
DA11 0DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)